The history of Sudeley Castle and its award-winning gardens spans over a thousand years and contains many varied tales of royal associations, wars and periods of neglect and subsequent restoration.
The Castle has changed hands over a dozen times during its history and today it is the private home of Lord and Lady Ashcombe, Henry and Mollie Dent-Brocklehurst and their families.
Sudeley’s glorious gardens are amongst the very best in England, from the centrepiece Queens' Garden, billowing with hundreds of varieties of old fashioned roses, to the Herbal Healing Garden. The renowned garden designer Sir Roddy Llewellyn is working closely with Lady Ashcombe to develop the continuing evolution of Sudeley's gardens.
We encourage you to take time to see the fascinating exhibitions which explore the story of Sudeley’s history and the prominent characters who have visited or lived at the Castle. Although the Castle remains a family home, the 16th Century west wing which houses the exhibitions and coffee shop, St Mary’s Church where Katherine Parr lies buried, the gardens, Pheasantry, medieval ruins and adventure playground are for you to explore and experience at your leisure. The family's private apartments are available to see on selected weekdays – Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays only – as part of our Guided Tours.
A special exhibition about resident Tudor Queen, Katherine Parr features a film by Dr David Starkey. The last and surviving wife of King Henry VIII, she lived at Sudeley after his death and is now entombed in St Mary's church in the grounds.
Tudor Fun Days, literary events and family activities continue throughout the year. New for 2013: A Roman exhibition, Garden Tours and Gardening for Wildlife Tours.
Sudeley's unique Gardens are amongst the finest in England. The centrepiece Queens Garden sits on the original Tudor Parterre and billows with hundreds of varieties of old fashioned roses. Overall Sudeley boasts ten stunning gardens, under the guidance of consultant Sir Roddy Llewellyn.
An Adventure Playground and Wildlife Trail along with regular Owl Talks in the Pheasantry provide family entertainment.
Tours of the private family apartments Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.
Open Daily from 17th March to 3rd November 2013.
Amission Chargers
General Admission £12, Concession £11, Children (5-15yrs) £6.50, Children under 5 FREE, Family Ticket (2 Adults & 3 Children) £35.00. Guided Tours £18, including General Admission.
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